Real Estate Appraisal / Ownership

The assessed value of all real property, as well as a description of improvements,
can be obtained from the Real Estate Appraisal Section. We can better assist you
if you have the pin number, full name of the owner, and a complete street
address when you call or come into the office. Real estate appraisal records may
be purchased at a cost of 50 cents per page.

January 1 is the day on which the value, ownership, and location of real property
is determined for ad valorem tax purposes. Tax bills are prepared in the name of
the owner of record as of January 1 of each year. Transfer of ownership during the
year does not relieve the seller of tax liability. Ordinarily, taxes are prorated
at the time of transfer of ownership. To determine if your taxes were prorated at
the time of closing, contact your realtor or closing attorney.

If you do not feel that the assessed value of your property is valid, you may file
an appeal to the Forsyth County Board of Equalization and Review. Appeals to the
Board of Equalization and Review must be received in our office or postmarked after
January 1st and no later than June 28th. You may obtain answers to your questions
and an appeal form by contacting our Real Estate Appraisal Section during regular
office hours.